Omari Forson is a Manchester United talent at Old Trafford who entered the Red Devils’ first team in the 2023-24 Premier League season under Erik ten Hag.
The Manchester United player spent the early part of his youth career with London clubs Tottenham and West Ham before he arrived at Old Trafford in 2020.
Omari Forson, who has been part of the United youth academy, broke into the Red Devils Under-18s in 2020 and has enjoyed a successful youth career so far.
The United youth academy prospect was part of the Red Devils squad that won the FA Youth Cup in 2022 alongside the likes of Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho. But who is Forson? What is his life like on the pitch and off it?
Here is everything that United fans need to know about Forson, including his club debut, preferred foot, contract, Instagram, shirt number and more.
Omari Forson’s debut
Omari Forson made his first-team Manchester United debut in the Red Devils’ 2-0 win over Wigan in the third round of the FA Cup in January 2024.
The United player came off the bench in injury time and replaced Marcus Rashford for a brief cameo against Wigan at the DW Stadium.
Forson’s Premier League debut for United came in February 2024 after he came off the bench in the Red Devils’ 4-3 victory against Wolves at the Molineux.
The United player picked up an assist after he set up Kobbie Mainoo for the winner against Wolves.
What did Forson say about his Premier League debut?
Speaking to MUTV, Forson candidly admitted that he “can’t be more thankful” after he made his Premier League debut in the 4-3 win against Wolves at the Molineux.
“One hundred per cent, it can only aid in my development,” he said in March 2024, as per Manchester United’s official website.
“I can’t be more thankful, honestly, I have wanted this opportunity to come along for so long and I am, like I say, so grateful.
“There is definitely more to come.”
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What position does Omari Forson play?
According to Manchester United’s official website, Forson is listed as a midfielder.
However, he is very versatile. He can play as a right winger, with the United player capable of playing out on the flank or as an attacking midfielder.
Forson’s preferred foot
Forson prefers to play with his left foot.
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When was Omari Forson born?
Forson was born in 2004 on the 20th of July 2024.
How tall is Forson?
Forson is believed to be 1.79m, which would make the Manchester United player 5ft 10in.
Forson’s weight
Forson’s official weight has not been confirmed at the time of writing.
Which country is Forson from?
Forson is from England. The Manchester United player was born in Hammersmith, which is located in west London.
Omari Forson’s agent
Forson is represented by Sport Invest UK, which is owned by Kia Joorabchian.
According to The Athletic, the Manchester United player has been with Sport Invest UK since 2023.
It remains unclear if Forson is managed directly by one agent.
Forson’s contract
Forson signed his first professional contract with Manchester United in 2021.
The United player is under contract until 30th June 2024.
Forson has not signed a new deal at the time of writing. He could leave Old Trafford in the summer on a free transfer if the Red Devils fail to reach a new contract with him.
Omari Forson’s salary
Forson’s salary has not been revealed at the time of writing. The Manchester United player’s wages have not been confirmed either.
Forson is not among the 30 highest-earning United players for wages in the first-team squad for the 2023-24 season.
Where are Forson’s parents from?
Forson’s parents are believed to be Ghanaian.
The identity of his dad and his profession remains unverified at the time of writing.
The same applies to his mum, whose name and profession have not been confirmed at the time of writing.
Is Omari Forson Ghanaian?
Forson is of Ghanaian descent, but the Manchester United player was born in England.
Forson’s shirt number
According to Manchester United’s official website, Forson’s shirt number is currently 62 for the 2023-24 Premier League season.
The Red Devils player has worn No 62 for Manchester United Under-21s, but Forson has also had No 67 and No 11 for the U21s in the 23/24 campaign.
Is Omari Forson in EA Sports FC 24?
Forson is part of the Manchester United squad in EA Sports FC 24.
The United player has an overall rating of 61 and an overall potential of 78 in EA FC 24.
Forson, who is a right-winger in EA Sports’ title, also has three-star skill moves and a four-star weak foot.
Is Forson in FM24?
Forson is available in Football Manager 2024. The Manchester United player has an overall rating of 48, but his potential can reach anywhere between 60 to 80.
His positions in Football Manager 2024 are attacking midfielder right (AMR), attacking midfielder left (AML) and attacking midfielder centre (AMC).
FM24 has Forson listed as a loan option and claims his wages are £1,000 per week, with the United player commanding a £5m transfer value.
Omari Forson’s Instagram
Forson is on Instagram and his username is ‘omariforson10.’
According to Meta, the Manchester United player signed up for the social media platform in June 2015 and was verified with his blue checkmark in January 2020.
As of March 2024, Forson has over 50k followers on Instagram.
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